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Laughing Through FOPO: New Year's Shenanigans, Dry January & Mental Wellness

Welcome to 'The Mental Funny Bone!' Sarah and Chris bring you a lively chat about New Year's Eve celebrations, Dry January challenges, and the madness of watching new TV shows too late into the night. They share hilarious family anecdotes, like ‘The Holdup Game,’ tales of beer-fetching races, and more funny stories about growing up with Jumbo. On a serious note, they delve into FOPO (fear of other people's opinions) and how it impacts their lives and mental health. They discuss identity, resilience, and learning from failures, all while maintaining a perfect blend of humor and heartfelt moments. Tune in for tons of laughs and introspective insights into navigating life’s chaotic mess.

00:00 Welcome to the Mental Funny Bone

00:22 New Year's Eve Recap

00:48 Dry January Plans

02:11 TV Show Binge-Watching

08:02 Fan Mail Appreciation

09:38 Jumbo Parenting Stories

16:31 Mental Wellness Discussion

19:17 Sweaty Feet and Nostalgia

19:55 Exploring Performance-Based Identity

21:15 Defining Identity Beyond Performance

23:01 The Impact of External Validation

25:43 Learning from Failures

28:41 Purpose-Driven Identity

32:16 Personal Reflections and Growth

41:44 Conclusion and Next Steps

How to find mental health help when you're struggling. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
https://washingtoncountyhumanservices.com/agencies/behavioral-health-developmental-services
https://www.alleghenycounty.us/Services/Human-Services-DHS/Publications/Resource-Guides
Apps - Just search mental health where you get your apps.
EAP programs are a great place to look for help!!

Additional Resources (Sports Related):
https://globalsportmatters.com/health/2020/12/04/mental-health-resources-2/